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BMW 323i

General information

ModelBMW 323i
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.4 litres/100 km (28.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Max power177.7 PS (131 kW or 175 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque230.00 Nm (23.5 kgf-m or 169.6 ft.lbs)
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 78.8 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed229.0 km/h (142.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1195 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)
Optional cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1490 kg (3,284.9 pounds)
Towing weight1700 kg (3,747.9 pounds)
Overall length4370 mm (172.0 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)
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